Order of Sirame
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History
The Order of the Sirame is a military force that was stationed in Laureh'lin, founded in 1504 within the city of Cerulin, Athera. It was founded at the behest of the provincial ruler, Tristin Tresery, after the Declaration of Lomian'onn, an edict imposed on the Wood Elves by the High Elves of Haelun'or to never muster an army or militia for battle. To resist further oppression from their High Elven counterparts, the newly founded military fought viciously and proudly to regain their Sirame; or their honor, racial integrity, and connection to nature, and they continued to fight for those values until the Order of Sirame was disbanded by Princes Kairn Ithelanen and Khaine Csarathaire after the Bronze Rebellion.
The Order of Sirame was mostly comprised of Wood Elves, though it wasn't uncommon for Dark Elves and High Elves loyal to the Dominion of Malin to serve within the ranks as well.
Purpose
The aim of the Order of Sirame is to preserve the traditions of Mali’ame ancestry, sustain balance in nature, and to protect the citizens of Laureh'lin from all threats to their wellbeing. Despite their long lives, those Mali who oath themselves into the Order have surrendered any future ambition for long-lasting existence for the sake of their people
Command
El’Annil has the final word in major decisions and focuses on the broader logistics of the Order of Sirame, leaving commanding in the field to lower ranking officers. El’Ceru and El’Chirr always consult with El’Annil for advice and orders. El’Naeri have no authority to lead, however they are expected to be role models for El’Haler and El’Avern. Soldiers are expected to obey their superiors without question.
The Sirame have implemented a mentorship system in order to build trust and relationship within the ranks. Only ranks of El’Chirr and above can be mentors, and they may take in up to two El’Avern at a time. El’Naeri are exempt from mentorship as they will have earned proper training and independence. Mentors are expected to facilitate the growth of their followers in all forms of combat as well as in mental discipline and discernment.
Ranking Structure
El’Annil: Annil meaning ‘guiding’ or ‘mentor’; this is the utmost rank of the Order. El’Annil oversees soldiers in battle and is also a well respected member of mali’ame society. They exist to guide, administer, and strategize over the logistics of the Order and even fight alongside their soldiers when necessary. They are the exemplars of the might of Linandria.
El’Ceru: Ceru meaning ‘mighty’; these are the most trusted guardians of El’Annil. As the highest ranking officers, their role is to oversee the finer points of the Order, advising El’Annil whenever necessary. They are typically the most adept warriors and the most experienced members of the Order of Sirame under El’Annil.
El’Chirr: Chirr meaning ‘wolf’; these are the lowest ranking officers, managing the bulk of recruitment processes and relaying direct orders from their superiors. A promotion to this rank is only attainable if a soldier displays exceptional leadership qualities and unwavering discipline.
El’Naeri: Naeri meaning ‘devout’; these are the most disciplined and adept of foot soldiers. El’Naeri have proved themselves wholly devoted to the Order of Sirame and are deemed fully capable by their mentors.
El’Haler: Haler meaning ‘oathed’; these are the foot soldiers who have proven themselves to be wholly committed and engaged in the ways of the Order of Sirame.
El’Avern: Avern meaning ‘wanderer’; these are the newest initiates in the Order of Sirame. They are typically untrained and their devotion to the cause of the Mali’ame is yet to be discovered. Moving beyond this stage requires absolute submission to superiors.
Duties
The Sirame hold an assortment of duties which all revolve around a central role: To protect and preserve the Aspects and their followers.
Headquarters
Current
Previous
- Laurelin
- Cerulin
Notable battles
- The Purge of Mali’Fenn, 1584-1587
